Fit4Work: Functional Fitness to Improve Health and Vocational Opportunities for Youth with Disabilities

by Connie Johnson

Popular with physical and occupational therapists working in school and community settings, this book is a practical guide to related service providers and educators support youth with disabilities in achieving their employment goals. The book discusses how a physical or occupational therapist might support the vocational skill development of students with disabilities as they transition to adulthood. Using a Work Capacity Evaluation and Intervention Model grounded in occupational health/ergonomic principles, you will learn how to assess and intervene for this population. New content includes a deep dive into Worker Health Risk, physical literacy, and Functional Strength Protocol 3.0, you will feel more prepared to work with this population. With the right knowledge, tools, and strategies, we can create a world where everyone is Fit4Work!

194 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 19, 2024

About the author

I have long been a student of human behavior; my interest in what motivates people’s thoughts, feelings, and actions led to a lifetime career as a Social Worker. In my 35-year career, I worked with people who had experienced abuse and oppression, as well as those who sought to abuse and oppress. I was curious about where ‘God’, or the ‘Cosmic Mind’ fit into the picture, and so became a student of both traditional religions, and non-traditional spiritual expressions and practices. During the course of my spiritual studies, I developed a special interest in reincarnation, karma, and past life issues.